Jeux universitaires de Garoua : L’effervescence

Sous une pluie fine ce matin, la caravane des Fan Clubs des universités et instituts s’est déroulée très tôt en ce jour. Chants, cris de guerre et accoutrements variés selon les aires culturelles du pays ont coloré l’événement.

Le coup d’envoi des festivités (meilleur fan club) a été donné à partir des services du gouverneur, puis ils se sont dirigés dans les rues de la ville pour annoncer leur présence. Garoua accueillera les 24e jeux universitaires pendant une semaine (du 25 mai au 1er juin). 22 universités/instituts participeront à l’une des plus grandes rencontres sportives des jeunes.

La ville de Garoua vibre dans cette ambiance malgré la chaleur étouffante.

Les forces de défense et de sécurité sont déployées dans les rues de la ville de Garoua pour renforcer la sécurité.

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